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How Images Help Your SEO and Website Accessibility
One of the easiest ways to boost your site's Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and improve accessibility is by properly using Alt Text on all your images. What Is Alt Text? Alt text (short for “alternative text”) is a written description that explains what’s shown in an image. It’s added to the image settings in your website editor so search engines and screen readers can understand what the image represents. Alt text appears if the image doesn’t load and is read aloud by scre

Emily Brown
Nov 142 min read


Tips for How to Prep Your Website for the Holidays
The holidays can bring higher website traffic, time-sensitive purchases, and customers who want quick answers. A few targeted updates can make your company's website easier to use, more current, and better aligned with seasonal demand. Learn more about how to prep your website for the holidays to make it easier for people to shop with you. Seasonal updates also boost SEO by signaling to search engines that your site is active, current, and regularly maintained. Update your ho

Emily Brown
Nov 122 min read


5 Things Every Business Should Do Right After Launching a New Website
Your new website is launched and looking great. It's an incredible milestone, and you should be proud of the work. But the launch day isn’t the finish line, it’s the starting line. A website is a living, breathing asset that needs care and attention to truly drive results for your business. To help you get the most out of your new site, here are five essential steps to take after launch to start driving traffic, engaging your audience, and converting visitors into customers.

Emily Brown
Oct 303 min read


Earn Rewards with our New Loyalty Program to Save on Wix Website Design and Online Marketing
Sign up today to start earning points, redeeming rewards, and enjoying exclusive perks designed to thank you for your continued support...

Emily Brown
Sep 31 min read


How to Share Access to Your Wix Website
Sharing access to your Wix website is quick, secure, and does not provide visibility into any banking or payment details. It’s...

Emily Brown
Aug 261 min read


How to accept payments with Wix
To accept payments through your Wix site, you need to connect a payment provider. Wix's own payment solution, Wix Payments, is an easy and convenient option. It allows you to manage everything directly from your Wix dashboard. Accepting payments on your Wix website is straightforward, but it starts with having a published site that has a Premium plan with the necessary functionality installed. Steps to Accept Payments with Wix Here are the general steps to accept payments wit

Emily Brown
Aug 122 min read


Celebrating 5 Years in Business
This summer marks 5 years of designing websites and marketing for small businesses.
In 2020, I left a decade-long career in finance with no clear plan, just a gut instinct. I began to focus on supporting entrepreneurs by using web design and digital tools to make their work easier.

Emily Brown
Aug 72 min read


Why do I need an ongoing SEO strategy for my website?
Search engines like Google look for fresh, relevant, keyword-rich content. One of the easiest and most effective ways to provide that content is through a blog.

Emily Brown
Aug 14 min read


Survival strategies for small business owners facing the impact of tariffs and potential spending slowdown
Tariffs and a slowdown in consumer spending can challenge even the most resilient small businesses. Yet, with deliberate action, you can...

Emily Brown
Apr 74 min read


Ways your small business website can be used as a platform for positive change
For many small business owners, there’s a deeper "why" driving their work. A website is a powerful way to showcase your purpose, attract customers with shared values, and make a lasting postive impact. Highlight your mission and values Use your website’s “About” page or homepage to communicate your values and commitment to social good. Consider adding a “Mission and Values” section that outlines your goals and explains how these values influence your operations, products, an

Emily Brown
Nov 7, 20243 min read


Determining the amount of time needed to build a Wix website with a designer
How long does it take to design a Wix website? It depends! Every website design is unique, and the time required to complete a website...

Emily Brown
Oct 16, 20244 min read


What is SEO? Strategies to start impacting your rankings and accessibility
SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is the process of enhancing your website to achieve higher rankings on search engines like Google,...

Emily Brown
Oct 8, 20244 min read


How SBDCs Empower Small Businesses with Free Services
Being an entrepreneur has its challenges, and Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) offer free resources to assist business owners with management and guidance. What SBDCs Offer SBDCs provide personalized consulting, training, and resources tailored to meet the needs of small businesses with a dedicated advisor that you can meet with as often as you need. Business Planning : Assistance in creating detailed business plans to guide growth and secure funding. Market Researc

Emily Brown
Aug 8, 20242 min read


Create your Branding: Logo, Color, and Typography
Branding is how successful businesses define their distinct identity. Before starting any marketing it is important to develop guidelines...

Emily Brown
Apr 25, 20246 min read


A Move-in Checklist for Small Business Owners
Moving your office space as a small business owner can be both thrilling and challenging. Whether you're relocating to a different...

Emily Brown
Feb 6, 20242 min read


End-of-Year Small Business Checklist to Reflect, Organize, and Strategize
Another year is almost over and its time to prepare for the next. For small business owners this is an important time to reflect,...

Emily Brown
Dec 18, 20233 min read


How to Update your Wix Editor Banner Image for the New Season
Get your website ready for the new season by updating your Home page banner image. Banners are an essential part of any website, as they set the tone and first impression for visitors. Whether you're showcasing a new product, promoting an upcoming event, or simply highlighting your brand, having an eye-catching banner is crucial. This blog post will guide you through changing the banner image of your Wix Editor website, from a Legend Wix Partner. You can also shop this servic

Emily Brown
Dec 13, 20234 min read


Small Business Startup Solutions Secures Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program Grant
Small Business Startup Solutions has been selected as a proud recipient of the Lehigh Valley Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program grant , CEAP, valued at $2,000, to be used to grow our business, audience, and revenue. Emily Brown, Founder of Small Business Startup Solutions This grant is funded by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program and administered by the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation . According to CEAP this grant was d

Emily Brown
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Create a Yoga Instructor Website: Your Essential Content Checklist
This resource serves as a comprehensive guide for what content to include with our Yoga Instructor Landing Page Theme. The Yoga...

Emily Brown
Oct 29, 20232 min read


Ways for a Business to Use a Blog
Blogs are versatile and can be used to promote your business's products and services, showcase expertise, and boost your SEO. They...

Emily Brown
Oct 20, 20232 min read
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